Coordinator for Retention Programs/Advisor
The University of Wisconsin – Parkside invites applications for the Coordinator for Retention Programs/Advisor in the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, a 12-month, full time position.
Required Qualification: Bachelor’s degree and experience working with multicultural and/or under-prepared students required. Experience developing and implementing student success initiatives for low-income and underrepresented student groups; ability to work effectively with culturally diverse students and colleagues. The applicant must possess effective communication skills, written and verbal in Spanish.
Preferences: Master’s degree in education, college student personnel, or related field, background similar to target population.
Responsibilities:
- Assist, develop and advocate for Spanish speaking students.
- Provide academic guidance and interpersonal counseling and support to a case load of student participants.
- Coordinate, develop and implement cultural programs for the four underrepresented populations.
- Assist in supervision of student employees (Peer Advisors, ARU Communication Coordinator, ARU Mentors, and Graphic Designer)
- Provide general advising to students
- Coordinate with various campus departments to implement related academic support services
- Assist in the development of print and promotional materials including construction and design of brochures, posters, newsletters, etc.
- Maintain student files; keep current and complete information
- Participate in university activities, including elected and appointed committees, student or campus programs, and other duties as assigned by the Director of the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references to:
Curtis Bickham
WYLL D182
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
900 Wood Road
Kenosha WI 53144
Curtis.Bickham@uwp.edu
Applications received by July 13, 2009 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.
